What three features inherent in interactive whiteboards have a statistically significant relationship with student achievement?
Marzano found 23% of classes did better without using interactive whiteboards. What were the potential pitfalls identified by examining this result?
What suggestions does Marzano give to ensure that interactive whiteboards are used effectively?
According to the vignette at the beginning of the Lacina article, what are the pitfalls of schools receiving new technologies like interactive whiteboards?
What shortcoming regarding interactive whiteboards do both of these articles address?
What are the pros and cons listed by Lacina?
What is the “novelty effect” of technology?
According to Lacina, what should be the main emphasis of using interactive whiteboards in your classroom?
Course Objective addressed in Digital Storytelling Project
2. Students will design relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity
4. Students will demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations.
5. Students will communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital-age media and formats.
6. Model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.
7. Students will advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources.
8. Students will address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources.
9. Students will evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning.
Agenda
Midterm
Work on Digital Stories
Reading